Lunar eclipse draws eyes to the skies
Omaha Astronomical Society members share the sight with interested viewers
Omaha Astronomical Society members share the sight with interested viewers
Omaha Astronomical Society members share the sight with interested viewers
Dozens packed the area around UNO’s Durham Science Center to take in Sunday night’s awe-striking astronomical action. A lunar eclipse dimmed the moon, drawing eyes to the skies for hours overnight.
A group from the Omaha Astronomical Society turned out around 8:30 p.m. with telescopes and binoculars in hand, ready to share the sights with interested watchers here and around the world.
“I’m using my telescope with my camera to do a live feed of the moon as its being eclipse,” OAS president Jon Larsen said. “Then, I’m streaming that to YouTube and a few entities around the world that are also pulling that feed.”
The group announced the event just a few days ago on social media and drew dozens to the event, even catching the interest of people passing by.
“Some of them are driving by in cars, saying ‘hey, what are you looking at?!’ and they’re surprised too!” Larsen added.
The Omaha Astronautical Society hosts events regularly, bringing telescopes for anyone to use and view. For more information about events and how you can take part, visit the group's website.